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Definition wield in British English

wield verb

[transitive] verb
/wiːld/
1

to have and be able to use power or influence

Example

The organization wielded enormous political power.

Synonyms and related words
bureaucratise bureaucratize micromanage
2

to hold a weapon or tool and use it

Synonyms and related words
carry hold on hang on repurpose go towards bring in
Definition wield in British English